Pipe Fitter Helper

clark; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark is hiring for a pipefitter role in the United States. The on-site position involves measuring, cutting, threading and assembling pipe, installing and repairing plumbing systems, and assisting in layout and installation of piping across facilities.

Applicants must be able to lift 50–100 lbs, work in awkward positions, wear PPE, and pass a pre-employment drug screen. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability as part of Clark's standards.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling and installing piping systems per standard procedures.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and follow safety protocols.
• Capable of lifting up to 50-100 lbs and working in uncomfortable positions.

Responsibilities

• Measures, cuts, threads and assembles new pipe and secures it in place
• Drills holes in walls to accommodate piping
• Repairs leaks and locates broken pipes; supports pipe installations
• Assists in layout and installation of piping systems
• Uses hand tools to fit valves and fittings

Skills

Pipefitting

Manual dexterity

Strong physical stamina

Team player

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

• Measures, cuts, threads and assembles new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
• Cuts or drills holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes.
• Performs rough-ins, repairs and replaces fixtures and water heaters, and locates, repairs, or removes leaking or broken pipes.
• Assists pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems.
• Cuts pipe and lifts up to fitters.
• Fits or assists in fitting valves, couplings, or assemblies to tanks, pumps, or systems, using hand tools.
• Requisitions tools and equipment, selects type and size of pipe, and collects and transports materials and equipment to work site.
• Mounts brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes and sets sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
• Excavates and grades ditches and lays and joins pipe for water and sewer service.
• Disassembles and removes damaged or worn pipe.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships
• Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
• You would often handle loads up to 50 lbs., sometimes up to 100 lbs. You will need a lot of strength at this level.
• Work in this occupation involves bending or twisting your body more than one-third of the time
• Work in this occupation involves use of protective items such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, a hard hat, or personal flotation devices
• Requires getting into awkward positions
• Work in this occupation involves using your hands to hold, control, and feel objects more than one-third of the time
• Work in this occupation involves kneeling, crouching, stooping, and/or crawling more than one-third of the time
• Work in this occupation requires being outside most of the time
• Work in this occupation involves making repetitive motions more than one-third of the timeWork in this occupation involves standing more than one-third of the time
• Working in this career involves (physical activities):
• Bending, stretching, twisting, or reaching
• Seeing clearly up close
• Identifying and understanding the speech of another person
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying objects
• Using abdominal and lower back muscles repeatedly or over time without tiring
• Working in this career involves (physical activities):
• Bending, stretching, twisting, or reaching
• Seeing clearly up close
• Identifying and understanding the speech of another person
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying objects
• Using abdominal and lower back muscles repeatedly or over time without tiring
• The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.
• A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug "fitness for duty" screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug "fitness for duty" tests.

Additional Information

Helps pipefitters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

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Confirmed H-1B sponsor. The Department of Labor record shows filings under CLARK UNIVERSITY .

Filings 86

Approved 75.6%

Avg wage $89K

From public Department of Labor LCA disclosures. Sponsorship history is a signal about the employer, not a commitment on this role.